The highly anticipated fourth season of the acclaimed legal thriller Criminal Justice will premiere on JioHotstar on May 22, 2025.
Criminal Justice Season 4, directed by Rohan Sippy and produced by Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios, is titled “A Family Matter.” The series continues its legacy of gripping storytelling, with Pankaj Tripathi reprising his celebrated role as lawyer Madhav Mishra.
This season introduces a compelling new case centred on a torrid love affair and an unexpected murder, promising viewers another intense legal drama. Pankaj Tripathi returns as Madhav Mishra, a character beloved for his honesty and warmth.
Seedha aur simple toh Madhav Mishra ji ke syllabus mein hai hi nahi. Aapke favourite vakeel sahab aa rahe hain courtroom mein wapas! ⚖️#HotstarSpecials #CriminalJustice – A Family Matter, streaming from May 22, only on @JioHotstar pic.twitter.com/CEMNlY2wX2
— Applause Entertainment (@ApplauseSocial) April 29, 2025According to Tripathi, each season feels like “reuniting with an old friend,” reflecting his deep connection with the role.
Joining Tripathi are Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Surveen Chawla, Mita Vashisht, Asha Negi, Shweta Basu Prasad, Khushboo Atre, and Barkha Singh. Director Rohan Sippy highlights the dynamic new cast and their synergy with Tripathi, ensuring audiences a fresh and engaging experience.
Criminal Justice began in 2018, adapted from the 2008 British series. Each season has explored complex legal and moral dilemmas, with the second season (Behind Closed Doors) released in 2020 and the third (Adhura Sach) in 2022. Season 4 continues this tradition, delving deeper into the intricacies of the law and human relationships.
